Seamstress / Workwear Operator Job Description Department: Production Reporting To: Production Manager Location: Telford Employment Type: Zero Hours Job Purpose To carry out high-quality garment alterations, repairs, and finishing on workwear and textile products, ensuring all items meet Company quality, safety, and customer standards within agreed productivity targets. Key Responsibilities Garment Repair & Alterations Carry out alterations and repairs to workwear garments, including (but not limited to): Hemming and leg shortening Sleeve shortening Zip replacements Button and fastener replacement Pocket and badge repairs Seam repairs and reinforcement Operate industrial sewing machines safely and effectively. Follow repair specifications, customer instructions, and Company standards. Quality & Accuracy Ensure all garments are repaired accurately and to a high standard. Carry out visual quality checks before garments are returned to production. Identify and report damaged or unrepairable items in line with procedures. Maintain consistent workmanship across high-volume workloads. Productivity & Teamwork Work efficiently to meet daily and weekly production targets. Support colleagues and assist in other production areas when required. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workstation. Follow instructions from Supervisors and Team Leaders. Health, Safety & Compliance Comply with all Health & Safety procedures, including safe use of machinery. Wear required PPE at all times. Report hazards, near misses, and equipment faults promptly. Adhere to Company policies, including quality, conduct, and data protection. Skills & Experience Essential Experience using industrial sewing machines (lockstitch, overlock, etc.). Ability to carry out garment repairs and alterations to a good standard. Good attention to detail and manual dexterity. Ability to work to targets in a fast-paced environment. Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions. Desirable Experience in an industrial laundry or workwear environment. Knowledge of workwear garments (trousers, jackets, coveralls, hi-vis). Previous experience working to quality or production KPIs. Personal Attributes Practical and hands-on approach. Quality-focused with pride in workmanship. Team player with a positive attitude. Able to manage repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy. Working Conditions Production environment with standing and seated work. Repetitive manual tasks. Exposure to industrial machinery and noise (PPE provided). Company Values Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Respect, teamwork, and accountability. Continuous improvement and safe working practices.